This document provides guidance on identifying errors related to singular and plural nouns on the TOEFL test. It lists words that indicate either a singular or plural noun is needed, such as "each" signaling a singular noun. Examples are given of sentences with errors where the number of the noun is incorrect, such as "each people" which should be "each person". The document aims to help students recognize singular and plural noun errors on the TOEFL exam.

1. Find the error TOEFL questions
LEARNING SPACE
TOPIC: Nouns: singular/ plural
One of the areas that you will be tested on in the FIND THE ERROR SECTION of the
TOEFL Test is the ability to recognize the wrong application of singular and plural nouns.
This is something that you need to be keen about while taking the test. Always be on the
lookout for any word or phrase that may indicate the need for a singular noun, or a plural
noun.
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NOTE THE FOLLOWING
Words that indicate the need for a singular noun
Here are some words, that when you see them, would indicate the need for a singular
noun following them.
each every single one a
EXAMPLES
1. She talked to each people in the room.
2. You must answer every questions in the test.
Notice the errors in each sentence.
1. “each people” should be “each person.”
2. “Every questions” should be “every question.”
Words that indicate the need for a plural noun
Here are some words, that when you see them, would indicate the need for a plural noun
following them.
Both two many several various
EXAMPLES
1. You need two piece of identification to cash a check.
2. We had various kind of drinks with the meal.
Notice the errors in each sentence.
1. “two piece” should be “two pieces”
2. “various kind” should be “various kinds”